Truck Driver - CDL Class A - Penske Logistics

Penske • Louisville, KY

40d • Onsite

About The Position

Penske Logistics is hiring a full-time local Class A CDL truck driver to shuttle auto parts. The position is a floater role with a schedule that varies based on coverage and a monthly shift bid. Drivers are home daily and average 24 stops per week. Compensation is $31 per hour, with an average W-2 of $94,979 and a $5,000 sign-on bonus.

Drivers operate late-model Penske Truck Leasing trucks equipped with comfort-oriented specifications and inward- and outward-facing in-cab cameras. The role involves delivering professional, courteous customer service and representing both Penske and its clients. Drivers are expected to follow applicable laws and regulations and maintain a safe, alert manner of work.

The floater schedule is Monday through Friday with occasional Saturdays. Dispatch may be on an AM or PM shift. The role requires regular, predictable, full attendance and work at the assigned location. The position is subject to Department of Transportation regulation or company safety-sensitive designation.

Penske describes itself as a stable nationwide company offering training opportunities, clear communication, professional management, and well-maintained equipment. Drivers are paid weekly. The job includes physical demands such as frequent movement, standing, walking, sitting, handling and reaching, lifting up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally, and safely entering and exiting the vehicle and rear cargo area. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

• Valid Class A CDL; applicants must be domiciled in the United States and licensed in their state of residence.
• Currently hold or be able to obtain a non-excepted interstate DOT medical card.
• At least 1 year of documented tractor-trailer experience in the last 3 years, or 2 years of documented tractor-trailer experience in the last 5 years.
• Three-year DMV/MVR record with two or fewer moving violations or accidents.
• English language proficiency as required by federal law.
• Complete a Penske employment application and submit to a background investigation, including past employment, education, and criminal history, and drug screening.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safely, accepting responsibility for personal and others' safety.
• Ability to see and hear, with close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to move frequently, stand, walk, sit, use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and reach with hands and arms.
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle and safely and frequently enter and exit the vehicle and rear cargo area.
• Ability to work the stated schedule and at the specific required location.

Responsibilities

• Shuttle auto parts.
• Make an average of 24 stops per week.
• Maintain a professional and courteous demeanor when interacting with customers.
• Operate a truck safely and remain alert while driving.
• Follow applicable federal and state laws, regulations, agency rules, standards, and guidelines.
• Work the required schedule at the assigned location and maintain regular, predictable attendance.
• Safely enter and exit the vehicle and rear cargo area.

Benefits

• $5,000 sign-on bonus.
• Paid vacation and holidays starting day one.
• Retirement benefits.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Life and AD&D insurance.
• Company-provided uniforms.
• Employee discount benefit program.
• Driver referral bonus program up to $5,000 per referral.
• Safety incentive program.
• Premier Driver Recognition Program.
• Training opportunities.
• Weekly pay.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed